Dive into U.S. colonial history by making a simple bottle gourd water cooler, crafted by colonists of Roanoke Island in the 16th century.

Help your kid keep track of all the developments that led to the American Revolution, by portraying the steps visually and literally!

Inspire young anthropologists with this 5th grade art project: make patterned pottery in the Anasazi style! All you need are a paper plate and markers to start.

Help your fifth grader trace your family's roots and interview all the living mothers to create a makeshift, 3-D family tree!

Being a kid is hard work. Soothe stresses and calm fears with this DIY Zen garden -- all you need is sand, stones and a shoebox.

What are the benefits of good posture? Kids will learn about the cognitive effects of good posture through conducting and observing a controlled experiment.

Next time you're headed out on the road with your fourth grader, try this alphabet-geography game that the whole family can play.

This science fair project idea examines whether boys and girls differ in reflexes.

This science project has students study a group of volunteer liars actively lying to study the behavior of a lie. Students see if they can figure out the truth.

This activity with add some fun and education to long car trips. Perfect for family vacations!

In Japan, ozoni is one of the main dishes eaten on New Year's Day. Here's how to make this delicious traditional dish with your child.

Fish for headlines! This fun and exciting social studies activity is a great way to get your fifth grader reading and understanding newspaper articles.

Many of the world's most important historical documents were written with quill pens. Have your kid make his own quill pen and put his penmanship to the test!

Celebrate our nation's colonial history by making your very own weaving loom!

This science fair project idea explores whether people have an innate feel for the passing of time from a few seconds to 20 minutes.

Kokeshi dolls have been around since the 17th century, and now your child can recreate a piece of Japanese history and culture right at home.

Draw your own beautiful mandala with this easy technique that ensures symmetrical results every time!

Help your fifth grader create an art card that celebrates the enduring values of Passover.

This science fair project idea explores whether there is a connection to the color a person wears and the way their emotional state is perceived by others.

This science fair project idea explores whether color affects a person's emotional state.

Learn about the beautiful Indian art of Madhubani painting with this fun and creative project.

Introduce your fifth grader (and friends) to a unique Jewish tradition by paying homage to the Maccabiah games by engaging them in their own makeshift games!

Shadow puppets are a traditional form of folk art that originated in ancient China. Help your child create his own puppet and put on a show!

Test your kid's knowledge of presidents one through forty-four with this fun and educational matching game!

Bring historical figures alive with this fun family activity! Your child will plan a founding fathers feast by researching historical figures.

Children research and make a timeline of an inspiring woman in this biography activity.

To celebrate black history month, use this matching quiz to help your kid demonstrate their knowledge of famous African-Americans.

Let your child find her place among the politicians, the flyers, the debates and the countless television ads with a slogan and poster of her very own.

This science project encourages students to investigate the Mozart Effect, the idea that classical music promotes learning.

Send your child on an online hunt where he will practice working with search engines and use his reading comprehension skills to find specific information.